Wyoming Range National Recreation Trail landscape

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Wyoming Range National Recreation Trail

~6 days · 76.2 mi · strenuous · Point-to-point

Quick facts

Distance76.2 mi
Days out6
Elevation gain15,741 ft
Gain / mile207 ft
High point10,705 ft

What the Wyoming Range National Recreation Trail is known for

The Wyoming Range National Recreation Trail runs about 75 miles point-to-point along the crest of western Wyoming's Wyoming Range in Bridger-Teton National Forest, staying high on a remote, primitive route pieced together from historic stock trails. Expect route-finding, dispersed camping, and few other hikers; most take five to seven days.

Route map & campsites

Route map of the Wyoming Range National Recreation Trail on OpenStreetMap terrain Open in Planner →

Route shape from OpenStreetMap geometry. Start · End · Camp

Elevation profile

Elevation ranges from 20,850 ft to 34,551 ft over 76.2 mi. Measured from OSM geometry (approximate).

  • Uphill 26.6 mi · 35%
  • Downhill 46.8 mi · 61%
  • Flat 2.7 mi · 4%

Ridgefold breaks every route into uphill, downhill, and flat — see the full per-day breakdown in the app.

Frequently asked questions

How many days does the Wyoming Range National Recreation Trail take?

Most backpackers hike the Wyoming Range National Recreation Trail in about 6 days (5 nights out) over its 76.2 miles, though pace varies with fitness and conditions.

How much elevation gain is on the Wyoming Range National Recreation Trail?

The Wyoming Range National Recreation Trail climbs roughly 15,741 ft total — about 207 ft per mile, topping out near 10,705 ft.

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Sources & attribution

Route geometry and stats derived from OpenStreetMap (© OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL) — source relation. Stats are approximate and may differ from official surveys; permit rules and conditions change — verify with the managing authority before your trip. Last reviewed July 2026.

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